6-Day Privet Budget Safari Circuit in Kenya

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Masai Mara

Depart early from Nairobi and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley, making brief photo stops along the way. Arrive at the Masai Mara Game Reserve in time for lunch at your lodge or camp. In the afternoon, head out on your first game drive in this world-renowned wildlife haven. You’ll have the chance to spot the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—along with cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, and countless antelope species. Return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Lenchada Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full experience in Masai Mara

Spend the entire day immersed in the beauty of Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. You can also opt for a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch in the reserve, allowing you to venture deeper into the Mara in search of wildlife. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, a breathtaking spectacle of wildebeests and zebras crossing the Mara River. Optionally, visit a local Maasai village to experience their rich culture and traditions. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Lenchada Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru

After an early breakfast, depart Masai Mara and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive around the lake, famous for its seasonal flocks of flamingos and the chance to spot both black and white rhinos. The park is also home to Rothschild giraffes, zebras, lions, leopards, and various bird species. After your safari, check in at your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park

Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)

High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)

Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

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LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Hillcourt Resort & Spa

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha

Following breakfast, drive a short distance to Lake Naivasha, known for its serene beauty and rich birdlife. On arrival, enjoy a boat ride on the lake where you can see hippos wallowing in the water and birds such as African fish eagles, kingfishers, and herons. Later, take a walking safari or guided nature walk (Optional) at Crescent Island Game Sanctuary, offering a unique opportunity to walk alongside zebras, giraffes, and antelope. Dinner and overnight stay at your lakeside lodge or camp.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Dove Nest Lodge

• Budget lodge located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Naivasha To Amboseli

Start early and drive south toward Amboseli National Park, with views of Mount Kilimanjaro greeting you upon arrival. After lunch and some rest, enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park, known for its large elephant herds and striking views of the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro. Keep an eye out for lions, cheetahs, buffalo, and a variety of plains game. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February

High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HippoCommon

Show more

HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Kibo Safari Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Amboseli to Nairobi

On your final day, take an early morning game drive to catch the animals at their most active and enjoy the golden light on Kilimanjaro if the weather is clear. After breakfast, begin your drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening, marking the end of your memorable 6-day safari circuit through Kenya’s most iconic landscapes and wildlife reserves.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.